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George Washington Presidential Chair | George Washington Presidential Chair * 24028 * c.1790 * In 1790, George Washington purchased this dignified, revolving desk chair, originally known as the "Uncommon Chair", from Thomas Burling, a New York cabinetmaker. The seat turns on a central spindle over bone rollers, one set in the top of each leg. This miniature chair really turns!

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George Washington Presidential Chair.jpg - George Washington Presidential Chair     *    24028     *     c.1790     *     In 1790, George Washington purchased this dignified, revolving desk chair, originally known as the "Uncommon Chair", from Thomas Burling, a New York cabinetmaker.  The seat turns on a central spindle over bone rollers, one set in the top of each leg.  This miniature chair really turns!

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